Property Description	227 acres | Established 1897
In 1897, Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., acting as acquisition agent for Augustus Hemenway, deeded to The Trustees of Reservations twenty-one acres on the Charles River known as Rocky Narrows, the "Gates of the Charles." Considering its rugged woodlands, peaceful water views, and commanding scenic overlooks, the landscape's protection had long been a goal of pioneers of the organization. From small beginnings, the Reservation has grown. Today visitors to Rocky Narrows use an extensive trail system to explore the diverse natural wonders of Rocky Narrows and the adjacent Sherborn Town Forest. At river level, a canoe landing connects to a two-mile loop trail that follows the river's edge south before arriving at the Rocky Narrows Overlook. This ledge requires some effort to reach, but it rewards visitors with views of steep, hemlock-clad rock cliffs that form a narrow river passage -- the landmark that gives the Reservation its name. Further south along the trail is a granite bluff that bears the name King Philip, the Wampanoag chief who warred against the early settlers of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. From King Philip's Overlook, visitors can view the farmland and marshes of Medfield and Millis, with Noon Hill on the distant horizon.
Trails
7 miles of trails, including those that pass through the adjacent 150-acre Sherborn Town Forest. Moderate hiking, strenuous in places. The property is a link in the Bay Circuit Trail.
Literature
Printed trail maps are distributed free from bulletin boards in parking areas. Please understand that supplies periodically run out. You may also download trail maps from this web site or mail order trail maps in advance of your visit.
Property Acquisition History
Original acreage purchased with funds given by Augustus P. Hemenway in 1897. Additional land given by Mr. and Mrs. George Lewis in 1942; Mrs. George Lewis, Sr. and Mrs. Dudley H. Willis in 1987; Mr. and Mrs. George Lewis and Hon. and Mrs. Levin Campbell in 1990; and by George Lewis in 1991. Additional land purchased in 1942 and in 1974 with funds given by Mrs. George B. Conant. Additional land purchased by MLCT in 1994. Additional land purchased in 1994 and 1995.

E-mail:
seregion@ttor.org

When to Visit:
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1.5 hours.

Admission Fees & Permits:
Free to all.

Regulations / Advisories:

How to Get There:
Main entrance: From Medfield center: At intersection of Routes 109 and 27, follow Route 27 north for 3.5 mi. to entrance on right. From Sherborn: At intersection of Routes 27 and 16, follow Route 27 south 2 mi. to entrance on left. Parking area accommodates 6 cars. Alternative entrance: A 2-car lot is located on Forest Street just east of intersection with Goulding Street at northern edge of property.

Road Map:

		To main entrance
		To Forest Street entrance

Rocky Narrows Trail Map (PDF 3771K)